Chapter 69

Hazel's POV

"What?"

"You heard me, Lia."

"But why?" She was surprised and confused. That was to be expected, but I didn’t care anyway. I was going to find my way out of here.

"I’ve had enough of these Alphas and their maltreatment. I’m taking us to a place where we can live happily."

"Happily?"

"You think that’s not possible?"

No response.

"Fine. If we can’t find happiness, then how about we deal with contentment? Contentment is fine."

"But it’s not who we are anymore. That’s not who you are anymore. I’m no longer a default wolf yet to be discovered. You’ve found me and given me a name. I’m now active, and you’ve used your wolf power. I think you’re way past the line you’re trying not to cross."

"There was no line I was careful not to cross." I objected.

My arms were still wrapped around me. I didn’t know if the air was getting chillier or if I was getting colder. I really needed some warmth; my rumb